BREAKING NEWS:‼️ “If I put him in the starting lineup today, I’d be failing in my duty as a coach. His chance to prove himself has passed, and there’s no room left for experiments,” Ruben Amorim declares as he confirms his choice to bench a key Manchester United signing in today’s clash with Fiorentina after underwhelming performances in earlier pre-season matches. LET THIS BE A LESSON TO OTHERS

In a stunning twist ahead of Manchester United’s pre-season clash with Fiorentina, new manager Ruben Amorim has made a decision that’s shaking the club to its core. One of the summer’s most talked-about signings has been dropped, and Amorim isn’t mincing his words about why.

 

Speaking in a press conference just hours before kickoff, Amorim’s tone was firm and unapologetic. “If I start him today, then I have failed my duty as a coach,” he declared, adding that the player’s time to prove himself had already run out. It was a statement that left reporters and fans stunned.

 

The mystery United signing, who arrived with huge expectations and a hefty price tag, was widely tipped to be a game-changer this season. But according to Amorim, his performances in recent pre-season matches have fallen far short of what’s required.

 

Insiders reveal that Amorim had given the player multiple chances during the summer tour to adapt and make his mark. Instead, he’s been disappointed by a lack of impact, questionable work rate, and a failure to fit into the manager’s tactical system. The patience has worn thin.

 

Benching him for the Fiorentina game isn’t just about lineup changes — it’s a message to the entire squad. Amorim is making it clear that no one, regardless of transfer fee or fan popularity, is immune from being sidelined if they don’t deliver.

 

The decision has lit up social media. Some supporters are applauding Amorim’s no-nonsense approach, believing it’s exactly the kind of leadership United has been missing. Others worry the move could crush the player’s confidence and cause unnecessary friction in the dressing room.

 

As kick-off approaches, the big question is how the player will respond to this public setback. Will it spark a renewed determination to prove himself, or will it mark the start of a strained relationship with his new boss?

 

One thing is for sure — Amorim has no interest in playing favourites. His reign at Old Trafford is beginning with a clear message: sentiment has no place here, and only those who perform will earn a place on the pitch.